The second mise-en-scene element I'm focusing on is costume. I find costume important since it can help communicate the character's personality and lifestyle. Since my opening is focused upon the busy life and adventure-loving aspects of the two friends, I want my opening to reflect that as well.
The main character (returning from work) will be wearing clothes matching his office's dress code: a white button up with black trousers. This outfit represents his life as a corporate slave and shows that he is just as normal as the rest of the audience. The character is seen as realistic and believable. This also helps to establish the sense of normality and set the equilibrium at the beginning.
The friend (intruder) will be wearing casual clothing to represent his more laidback and fun loving attitude. This friend will be looking out a window, sipping a drink, and wearing beach clothes. This reflects how he's more playful, and it helps foreshadow what the conversation between the friends would be about.
Overall, costume usage in my film is important in order to strengthen the feeling of authenticity and to develop the characters. By using natural and ordinary clothing, the audiences can relate to the characters and can help them connect with the characters. This is important for the audience to enjoy the opening.
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